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A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.273

A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.273

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c5.273

BHOJA. A name borne by many kings. Most conspicuous among them was Bhoja or Bhoja-deva, king of Dhār, who is said to have been a great patron of literature, and probably died before 1082 A.D. 2. A prince of the Yādava race who reigned at Mrittikavatī on the Parnāsa river in Mālwa; he is called also Mahā-bhoja. 3. A tribe living in the Vindhya mountains. 4. A country; the modern Bhojpur, Bhāgalpur, &c.